Third-party Cookies Settings in Google Chrome: Should you Allow or Block Cookies?
Pro guide and tips for cookies settings in Google Chrome browser. The information is updated according to the current Chrome settings.
Chrome Cookies Settings Location
The location of cookies settings in Google Chrome is different for computer and mobile.
On Computer
Click three dots … on top right corner of screen in Chrome browser → Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies.
On Chrome Mobile
In Google Chrome mobile, click three vertical dots … on top right corner of screen, click Settings, then Site settings, then Third-party Cookies under Content.
Three Options for Cookies Management
On Chrome mobile or PC, you get the following options for cookies settings.
Allow third-party cookies
Block third-party cookies in Incognito mode
FAQs about third-party cookies in Chrome
These are common questions in the mind of a user.
Should you allow or block third-party cookies in Chrome?
You can disable third-party cookies. These cookies track your activity online. You have the option to block all third-party cookies or make exceptions for specific websites. For instance, you may choose to enable cookies for Amazon and Microsoft to avoid repeatedly entering your password.
But blocking third-party cookies may restrict you from accessing some features of a site. Additionally, you may see irrelevant and useless online ads, instead of personalized ads according to your interests.
However, keep in mind that there is no security harm in allowing the third party cookies except tracking your activity.
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What is my personal strategy for dealing with tracking cookies?
I prefer using two browsers on my device for different purposes:
I reserve my primary browser for important websites like YouTube, Google sites (e.g., Google Translate), Facebook, Squarespace, GoDaddy, and Yahoo Mail.
The secondary browser is dedicated to websites I don't plan on revisiting.
To ensure quick access and smooth login experiences, I enable third-party cookies on both browsers.
I retain cookies and site data on the primary browser but clear third-party cookies and other site data (like stored images) every few months.
Learn here the method to add multiple Chrome browsers in your device.
How can cookies from a specific website be removed on Chrome Mobile?
Go to Settings → Site settings → All Sites.
To delete cookies of only one website, in Google Chrome mobile, on the page of “All sites”, search the name of the intended website and then click the “Delete” symbol next to the site name.
How can cookies from a specific website be removed on Chrome PC?
Go to Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party Cookies.
To delete cookies of a single website in computer, click on “See all site data and permissions” which will open “All Sites” on PC. On the “All Sites” page, use the search box, enter domain of a specific website, and click the “Delete” symbol next to the site name.
How to delete cookies from all websites in Google Chrome?
To delete cookies from all websites on either a computer or a mobile phone, click on the three dots ... at the top right corner of the screen. Next, select 'Privacy and Security' and then choose the 'Clear browsing data' option.
What are the settings in Google Chrome Mobile to stop a particular website from tracking my browsing activity?
In Google Chrome mobile, click three vertical dots … on top right corner of screen, click Settings, then “Site settings”.
Under “Content” option, select “On-device site data”.
Turn ON the toggle button, next to “On-device site data” option, so that sites can save data on your device.
Now click the “Add site exception” button.
Enter the site URL such as (example.com) without ‘www’ prefix.
You are Done.
How can I configure Google Chrome on my computer to prevent a specific website from tracking my browsing activity?
Kindly apply both of the settings listed below.
Setting Tweak 1
Open the specific website in Google Chrome on computer.
In address bar, to the left of the website address, click “View site information” button.
Click “Site settings”.
On the “Permissions” page of Google Chrome, select the “Block” option in the dropdown next to all permissions including Camera, Your device use, Location, Pop-ups and redirects, JavaScript, Microphone, and Serial ports.
If you ever need to unblock that website in the future, simply open the site in your Chrome browser, click “Site settings” and choose the “Reset permissions” option.
Setting Tweak 2
Open the Google Chrome Settings → Site settings.
Expand the “Additional content settings” option.
Select “On-device site data”.
Under the “Default behavior”, the option of “Allow sites to save data on your device” must be selected.
At the end of that page, Please select “Add” button next to the “Not allowed to save data on your device” option.
Here enter the website such as (example.com) without ‘www’ prefix.
You are Done.
This tweak will prevent the site to save data, and tracking cookies on your PC. The website may not work after applying this setting.
How to allow third-party cookies for a specific website in Google Chrome Mobile?
Go to Settings → Site settings → Third-party cookies.
Select the “Block third-party cookies” option.
To allow a certain website or its cookies on an Chrome Android phone, tap on "ADD SITE EXCEPTION" option. Enter the site address.
How to allow third-party cookies for a specific website in Google Chrome on computer?
You can access this page by navigating through Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party Cookies.
This setting is useful if you have selected the “Block third-party cookies” option.
To allow a website on a PC, simply click on the "Add" button found at the bottom of the Cookies page.
This setting is useful for avoiding the nuisance of repeated sign in notices.
More Resources
Google Chrome Secure Browsing Tips.
Method to Customize Your Ad Preferences in Google account.
View Your Stored Browsing Activity in Google account.
Online Security and Internet Safety Tips.
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